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Canton of Lucerne Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland in February.

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Lucerne Weggis Vitznau Rothenburg

Planning a trip to Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Canton of Lucerne in February

Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. February in Canton of Lucerne generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Sörenberg at 2°C (36°F) to cold in Sursee at 6°C (43°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Sursee and -7°C (19°F) in Sörenberg.

To explore the conditions in Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Willisau with an average of 101 mm (4 in) to high snow/rainfall in Vitznau with 129 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Lucerne gets roughly 86 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Canton of Lucerne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Lucerne - and find the best time to visit. (based on Lucerne)

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Lucerne in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Lucerne.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Canton of Lucerne

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Lucerne (February)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Lucerne (February)

Lucerne

In February Lucerne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
86 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Lucerne →

Weggis

In February Weggis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
86 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Weggis →

Vitznau

In February Vitznau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
86 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Vitznau →

Rothenburg

In February Rothenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
48 hours
86 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rothenburg →

Sursee

In February Sursee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
88 hours
146 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Sursee →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Canton of Lucerne, in Switzerland.

In our records: Switzerland February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Switzerland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Switzerland dropped to -31°C (-24°F) in Silvaplana on February 9, 1986.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Lucerne in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lucerne 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Weggis 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Vitznau 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Rothenburg 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Sursee 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sörenberg 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)

Canton of Lucerne weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland in February?

Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland typically experiences less favorable weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Lucerne average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland in February?

Daytime temperatures in Lucerne peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in February, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Yes, February tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland. Average snow/rainfall in Lucerne sits around 122 mm (4.8 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Lucerne, February may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland.

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland is in September with generally good weather in Lucerne. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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